Quark is a fresh cheese of East European origin. It is soft, white and un-aged similar to fromage frais. It is not the same thing as cream cheese or cottage cheese. Quark is often used in sandwiches, salads, and cheesecake in Germany.

I've never tried this quark cheese before, Angie. I bet it's really delicious with the mango and almond flavors. I wish I could taste a slice! Looks lovely. And funny you should ask about Moon - he did lose weight - the Dr. said he was getting too fat! All he wants to do is eat!

@Palidor: The one I used here is low fat, if you prefer a richer flavour, then the one with 40% fat content would be better. @The Duo Dishes: Thanks! It's rather light compared with other cakes baked with cream cheese. @Sweta, Anncoo, Ungourmet, Donna, Chow and Chatter, ♥peachkins♥: Thank you, my dear! @Reeni: Moon acts exactly like one of my cats, Hermes, he wants food 24/7! We even got a "Slim Cat" ball, and put the food inside, so he has kick the ball the food out each time he wants to eat....a trick to get him move a bit.

Good to know abt quark cheese. Don't think I can get it here in S'pore though. I love cakes with semolina as I love that grainy texture eating it. Mango adds flavor, aroma & sweetness. This is a really nice cake recipe, Angie!

Hi Angie, I came over to tell you how cute Hermes is! He reminds me of Moon a little bit. He looks so sweet and lovable. Thanks for sharing your pictures. I guess our kitties have little piglets inside them making them hungry all day!

I love quark cake every since I have tried it in Holland. Mango + quark for the win!! I still can't find quark in Australia. Hopefully it will be easily available soon and I will defintely try my hands on this cake.

Perfect combo! Has been busy for the past whole week and finally can spend some time in visiting blogger buddies. It's about mango season over here. Must try this with cream cheese! Can't find quark here! By the way, great to hear that you received some goodies from home. Must be jumping with joy..he he!Cheers.

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